I think librarian versus library might be a false dichotomy, as a very good librarian might declare that she will be found in one particular library, where she stores the actual books, rather than merely making recommendations.
Discussion
The job description of a librarian probably splits into 3 areas:
- Incoming: catalogize, archive, quality check, fine
- Outgoing: filter, reference, recommend, make lists, order, rate limit
- Async: reorganize, refresh, order, archive
Am I missing some?
Looks pretty thorough, yes.
But doesn't she also "serve up" or "hand over" books?
Like, you can reserve a book at the library or online, and she goes and gets it, and then you can pick it up.